Core Insights - Lactalis Canada has released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and responsibility across its supply chain [1][2] - The report aligns with Lactalis Group's global ESG framework and focuses on three key pillars: People & Communities, Authentic Products & Heritage, and Land & Resources [2] People & Communities - The company invested over $3.3 million in community initiatives, providing nearly one million liters/kilograms of nutritious dairy products [7] - Lactalis Canada improved its workplace safety performance with a 12% year-over-year decrease in workplace injury rates [7] - The company reinforced its commitment to internal development, with 42% of salaried roles filled by internal candidates [7] Authentic Products & Heritage - Lactalis Canada expanded its product lines to cater to diverse consumer dietary preferences, including lactose-free cheese and butter, and high-protein, low-sugar yogurts made with natural ingredients [7] - The company advanced responsible sourcing practices, achieving nearly 500 million consumer impressions of the Blue Cow logo on approximately 800 products containing 100% high-quality Canadian milk [7] Land & Resources - Lactalis Canada opened a new zero-carbon ready distribution center in Oshawa, Ontario, enhancing supply chain capacity and efficiency [7] - The company celebrated the validation of Lactalis Group's greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets by the Science-Based Targets initiative, marking a significant step in its climate strategy [7] - Since 2019, Lactalis Canada has lowered its scope 1 and scope 2 emissions intensity by 10.3% and achieved 0 kg PVC in its packaging, promoting greater circularity in recycling systems [7] - The company avoided 191,345 tons of packaging through light-weighting programs, reducing material usage [7]